The Songs Our Couples Can’t Stop Requesting in 2026
From Timeless Classics to Surprise Chart Hits — Here’s What’s Topping the List
As the 2026 wedding season gets fully underway, we’ve been compiling the songs our couples have been requesting most. The results are a wonderful mix — timeless romantic classics sitting alongside recent chart hits that turn out to be absolutely perfect for string quartet arrangements. It’s one of our favourite things: discovering that a song you might not immediately associate with strings becomes something truly special when reimagined for violin and cello.
Here’s a look at what’s been on the wishlist for ceremonies, drinks receptions, and wedding breakfasts so far this season.
Most Requested Songs for String Quartet in 2026
Ceremony Favourites
Wedding ceremonies call for music that feels meaningful — songs that mark the moment and move the room. This year, the most requested ceremony pieces have been a beautiful balance of classical heritage and modern romance:
- Canon in D — Pachelbel — still the undisputed favourite for bridal walks
- A Thousand Years — Christina Perri — our most-requested modern ceremony song
- Clair de Lune — Debussy — deeply romantic and perfect for a quiet, intimate ceremony
- Marry You — Bruno Mars — a joyful choice that gets guests smiling
- All of Me — John Legend — consistently one of our top requests every year
- Perfect — Ed Sheeran — effortlessly beautiful on strings
Drinks Reception Favourites
The drinks reception is where we get to have a little more fun. Couples tend to want something upbeat and celebratory — music that keeps the energy flowing while guests mingle and the prosecco is poured. This year’s top requests for the reception hour have included:
- Fleetwood Mac — Go Your Own Way and Dreams
- Taylor Swift — Love Story and Wildest Dreams
- Coldplay — Yellow and The Scientist
- Adele — Make You Feel My Love and Someone Like You
- Arctic Monkeys — Do I Wanna Know — a surprise hit on strings!
A Fully Bespoke Wedding Setlist — Built Around You
Every Song List We Create is Unique
We never work from a fixed set. Every couple we work with receives a completely bespoke consultation where we talk through the feel of the day, the music they love, and any must-have moments. If there’s a song that means something specific to you — even if it’s an unusual choice — we’ll do everything we can to arrange it specially.
Our full repertoire contains hundreds of songs across classical, pop, jazz, film, and more. And if you don’t see something on the list, just ask — we love a challenge.
To discuss your wedding music, visit our Wedding String Quartet page or get in touch directly.